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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for mentally retarded in Rochester, NY is $81.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.78 and $113.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does the term 'mentally retarded' mean and is it still used today?

The term 'mentally retarded' was historically used to describe individuals with significant intellectual and developmental disabilities. However, this term is now considered outdated and offensive. The preferred and accepted terms today are 'intellectual disability' or 'developmental disability.' Modern professionals and organizations have moved away from the old terminology to promote respect and dignity for individuals with these challenges. Current language guidelines recommend using 'person with an intellectual disability' to emphasize the person rather than the disability.

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To thrive as a Special Education Teacher for students with intellectual disabilities, you need a background in special education, state teaching certification, and knowledge of individualized education plans (IEPs). Familiarity with assistive technology, adaptive curriculum software, and behavioral intervention strategies is important. Patience, strong communication, and empathy are crucial soft skills for fostering a supportive learning environment. These skills and qualifications enable teachers to effectively address diverse learning needs and promote positive outcomes for their students.

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Bus Attendant - Continuous Recruitment

Rochester City School District

Rochester, NY • On-site

$18.89 - $20.66/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Rochester City School District rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

428th of 631 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description


(Resume and civil service application required.)This is responsible work which involves maintaining order and insuring the safety of the children who will ride his/her assigned route and extends to walking students across the street for purposes of boarding or disembarking the school bus at assigned stops. The attendant at all times must be concerned about the safe behavior of the children while the bus in route. Employees of this class may be required to assist physically or mentally handicapped students if assigned to their route and are required to wear safety belts and, if assigned, uniforms. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the School Bus Operator. Does related work as required.
Minimum Salary: $18.89 per hour
Maximum Salary: $20.66 per hour
Responsibilities
(All need not be performed in a given position. Other related activities may be performed although not listed.) Accompanies bus driver and students on scheduled route; Boards and gets off the bus at each stop to escort students across the street; Supervises the boarding and unloading of student passengers at each stop, at transfer points, and at school sites; Assists and lifts physically handicapped and mentally retarded students to and from the bus; Maintains order on buses; Enforces district policy governing student behavior while bus is in operation; Assists driver when backing up bus; Reports orally and in writing instances of continuing disruptive student behavior; Requests driver to summon emergency aid by two way radio or operates two way radio; Reports trouble at bus stops to driver, terminal, bus garage, or transportation office; Assists students with special needs; Attends scheduled job training classes and workshops and parent/school/driver meetings; Ensures students are seated before bus is in motion. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions; ability to work well with drivers, students, school personnel, and the Transportation Department; ability to understand students in their care; ability to be helpful to students and fellow workers as needed; good judgment; dependability; common sense in exercising control; patience; conscientiousness; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Qualifications
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT IN SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND BOCES: Per Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and by Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, to be employed in a position designated by a school district or BOCES as involving direct contact with students, a clearance for employment from the State Education Department is required.

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